Barcelona player ratings vs Athletic Club: Welcome home, Barca! Robert Lewandowski scores first goal back at Camp Nou as Ferran Torres brace and Fermin Lopez strike round out comfortable win on Blaugrana's return to fabled stadium Player ratings Barcelona FEATURES Barcelona vs Athletic Bilbao Athletic Bilbao LaLiga F. Lopez R. Lewandowski F. Torres L. Yamal

Flick clearly set his side up to attack from the off on their return to the Camp Nou, deploying a side full of flair and attacking ingenuity in the absence of Gavi, Pedri and Frenkie de Jong. The tactic paid off from the opening whistle, with La Blaugrana fashioning several chances on goal in the first five minutes. Lewandowski opened Barcelona's account in their revamped stadium, when his powerful left-footed shot squirmed under Unai Simon at the near post. 

Athletic Club endured a frustrating afternoon in front of goal. A brief attacking flurry towards the end of the first half could have resulted in a goal for the visitors. the best chance fell to Nico Williams, who was booed throughout. However, his effort grazed the side netting. 

Goalkeeper & Defence

Made a couple of smart stops on his return to first team. His acrobatic tip over the bar in the 78th minute came after a sleepy second half. Kept his concentration well.

Got forward and kept things ticking over nicely in possession. A few moments where Williams threatened from his flank, but little to do defensively otherwise. 

An easy day out for the composed youngster. 

Started at centre back before sliding out to cover Balde's injury. Another who showed versatility in a makeshift eleven. 

Taken off at half-time with a suspected head injury. 

Midfield

Provided some defensive ballast in an attack-minded set-up. Appeared eminently comfortable in the middle of the park. Got a standing ovation from the Barcelona faithful after exiting with fifteen minutes remaining.

Forced into a deeper role than usual, but still broke forward with abandon. Took his goal well.

With so many others chipping with goals and assists, he'll be disappointed he failed to exert more influence on the game. 

Attack

A delightful outside of the foot pass to set up Torres' goal. Followed it up with another another delectable pass in the final stages. 

Of course he was the man to score the first goal at the revamped Camp Nou. Unai Simon really should have done better, but it was a powerful effort on the Pole's weaker left foot. Withdrawn after the hour with the game won. 

A brace on a historic day for the club. Simon really should have done better for his first, but the former City man won't be complaining.